Founder of La Botanica Herbals
🌿 The Maker Behind It
Written by Soha Khanian — Founder of La Botanica Herbals
Hello!
I’m Soha, the maker behind these natural herbals and the founder of La Botanica Herbals.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and a Master of Medical Sciences in Pharmacology & Toxicology. My academic background and years of hands-on experience have taught me one thing clearly — true skincare lies in the balance between science and nature.
🧪 My Honest View on Factory-Made Products
I’m not totally against factory-made skincare products. If you think everything on pharmacy shelves is “all chemicals,” that’s not entirely true. Many of those formulations originate from herbs and plant extracts.
Some chemists even replicate plant molecules synthetically — and while the source may be artificial, the structure is inspired by nature. The real issue often lies in the additives, preservatives, and fillers used for shelf stability or texture, not in the active ingredients themselves.
🌸 Why I Choose Natural Skincare
Although I understand the science behind synthetic formulations, I still recommend going natural whenever possible. Pure botanical ingredients — when properly sourced and used — offer remarkable skin benefits with minimal irritation.
However, even natural products require caution. Not all are authentic or properly identified, and some plant families contain toxic or easily misidentified species. Nature is powerful — and, like all powerful things, it must be handled with knowledge and care.
⚗️ A Pharmacologist’s Perspective
As a pharmacologist, I always remind people:
“Too much of anything can be toxic.”
Certain plants have a narrow therapeutic index — meaning there’s a fine line between a safe dose and a harmful one. Take Digitalis, for example: it acts on the heart, but even a slight overdose can be fatal. That’s where factory-made medicines play an important role — they ensure precise dosing and controlled safety.
🌿 Finding the Balance
In the end, the goal is balance — using the wisdom of nature guided by the precision of science. That’s the philosophy behind every La Botanica Herbals product: clean, effective skincare created with knowledge, purity, and respect for both worlds.
My warm regards and best wishes,
S. Soha Khanian
Founder & Formulator, La Botanica Herbals